Mount Cory, OH

Ohio

Mount Cory is a small town in Ohio with a population of 411. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
411 Population 1,054/sq mi density
$76,000 Median Income $29,205 per capita
$94,400 Home Value $221,223 Zillow
$1,104 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$76,000 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,400 home value, $1,104/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,000
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $94,400
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,104
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

How Mount Cory Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population411
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density1,054/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,000
Per Capita$29,205
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,400
Rent$1,104
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,223
Housing Units97
Rent Burden13.8%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.1%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation816 ft (249 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries7

Is Mount Cory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Cory receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Mount Cory offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Cory is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Cory is $94,400, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Cory experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mount Cory has a population of 411 with a density of 1,054 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

411
Total Population
1,054
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Cory vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Cory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Cory is $76,000, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Mount Cory vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,000
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,205
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone97.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Cory is $94,400, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,104 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,223.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,400
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,223

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,104
5% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.6%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Mount Cory, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Cory vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Mount Cory has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation816 ft (249 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,054/sq mi
Coordinates40.9349°N, 83.8236°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,054/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants56
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone97.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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